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From streamside habitat to forested mountains, share adventure and hands-on exploration of Yellowstone National Park with a younger generation. Hiking, horseback riding, a river float, campout and interpretation take place within the largest nearly intact, temperate ecosystem on earth, where plants, animal, bugs, fish, water, geology, habitat and weather patterns work together to make the whole.

Highlights

• Float the mighty Yellowstone River outside the park to experience riparian habitat and geology, then make camp for the night under star-filled skies.
• Yellowstone’s volcano is revealed through thermal basin, canyon, forest and foothill hikes. Examine mud pots, fumaroles, geysers and hot springs.
• The creak of saddle leather and hoofbeats on the trail punctuate trailside discoveries in the high country, followed by a cowboy cookout.

Program Notes

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Activity Notes

Three hikes up to three miles each on moderately challenging terrain. Elevations from 5,200 feet to 7,700 feet. Ride horseback for two hours. Whitewater rafting seven miles on Class 2 and 3 waters.Date Notes6/21/2015This date is for grandchildren 11-14 years of age. The lodging will be at the Yellowstone River Motel that doesn`t have a pool.7/5/2015This date is for grandchildren ages 9-12. Lodging is at the Best Western by Mammoth in Gardiner, which has a swimming pool.7/26/2015This date is for grandchildren ages 11-14. The lodgings are at the Yellowstone River Motel in Gardiner, which doesn`t have a swimming pool.8/2/2015This date will be for grandchildren 9-12 years of age. Lodgings will be at the Best Western in Gardiner, which has a swimming pool.Coordinated by University of Montana Western.

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